The United States approved the sale of 25 of its most advanced fighter jets to South Korea. Washington will transfer F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, engines, and related equipment to Seoul for five billion dollars as tensions soar with North Korea when they announce the deal.

US approves $5 billion sale of F-35 Jets for South Korea

US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced on Wednesday, that House Republicans will move ahead with an impeachment inquiry into US President Joe Biden.

US: McCarthy opens impeachment inquiry into Biden

Prosecutors from the US Labour Board said that Amazon had violated the law by enforcing secrecy on its employees, which might lead to the business having to alter its policies on employee privacy.

Worker privacy vs Amazon’s policies

After a woman was hit and killed by a police car in January, the Seattle Police Department released bodycam video on Monday that appears to show an officer joking and smiling; the officer reportedly claimed the incident was being misrepresented. The video was captured by officer Daniel Auderer's body-worn camera on January 24, the day after Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old Northeastern University student, was struck in a crossing by a Seattle police car operated by another officer while responding to an overdose call.

US cop mocks Indian student's death

In the United States, a killer fugitive has been on the run for two weeks. Latest developments revealed that he was spotted in Pennsylvania where a resident shot at the criminal as well. The police issued a briefing on the incident saying that the 34-year-old criminal was not injured after being shot.

Pennsylvania resident shoots at 34-year-killer fugitive on the run

US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced on Wednesday that House Republicans will move ahead with an impeachment inquiry into US President Joe Biden. More details coming in McCarthy has made it clear that there will be a vote for an impeachment inquiry but as of now, he doesn't appear to have the votes to open one.

Biden impeachment inquiry: 7 accusations against Joe Biden

Gravitas: US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announces impeachment inquiry of Biden

For three years, the U.S. government has been tied in knots over the origins of the coronavirus pandemic, frustrated that China’s hindrance of investigations and unwillingness to look critically at its own research have obscured what intelligence agencies can learn about whether the virus escaped from a lab.

US: CIA covered up Covid lab leak finding? Bribe to change view of Covid origins

Biden impeachment inquiry: Race for white house gets ugly

Following reports that China, one of the company’s major markets, had prohibited government personnel from using iPhones as Beijing intensifies its continuing tech war with the US, Apple shares plummeted during after-hours trading on Thursday, following the company’s greatest single day loss in a month, according to a report by Forbes.

In after-hours trading, Apple shares were down 2.62 per cent at 5:01 a.m., according to the report. This fall came after a 3.6 per cent drop in New York on Wednesday, which Bloomberg reports was Apple's greatest single-day share price drop in just over a month. This decline defied a general upward trend for tech equities this year, during which the business had increased by 46 per cent.

It follows Wednesday’s claims that China had forbidden central government employees from using or bringing iPhones into the office, as well as this week’s launch of a new smartphone from Chinese company Huawei that may pose a threat to Apple’s dominant market share.

Presently, Apple is widely regarded in China, but it is facing criticism on several fronts. The unveiling of a high-speed competitor gadget from Huawei and the rumoured ban on iPhones in government buildings are two actions that could spell disaster. It might hurt sales in a crucial market that has been vital to the business’ success lately and contributed to the $74 billion in income it brought in previous year.

Apart from sales, Apple is at risk due to its dependence on Chinese manufacturing (nearly all major devices are made there), and the possible hostility from Beijing signalled by the ban could significantly impede its worldwide supply chain.

It is unclear how strictly Beijing’s iPhone ban would be enforced by the authorities. The Wall Street Journal, which broke the news of the prohibition, noted that it was unknown how broad it would apply and that it was an enlargement of a previous limitation that had been in effect at a small number of government agencies for years. While noting that certain central government authorities had received similar instructions, it stated that the order's reach was unknown.

Bloomberg hinted at a far wider extent when it confirmed the news on Thursday; both publications cited unnamed persons knowledgeable with the situation. According to Bloomberg, restrictions would apply to “a plethora of state-owned enterprises and other government-controlled organisations,” a designation that may include a broad range of institutions given Beijing’s influence over society, government, and the economy.

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Following reports that China, one of the company’s major markets, had prohibited government personnel from using iPhones as Beijing intensifies its continuing tech war with the US, Apple shares plummeted during after-hours trading on Thursday, following the company’s greatest single day loss in a month, according to a report by Forbes.

Following reports that China, one of the company’s major markets, had prohibited government personnel from using iPhones as Beijing intensifies its continuing tech war with the US, Apple shares plummeted during after-hours trading on Thursday, following the company’s greatest single day loss in a month, according to a report by Forbes. In after-hours trading, Apple shares were down 2.62 per cent at 5:01 a.m., according to the report. This fall came after a 3.6 per cent drop in New York on Wednesday, which Bloomberg reports was Apple's greatest single-day share price drop in just over a month. This decline defied a general upward trend for tech equities this year, during which the business had increased by 46 per cent. It follows Wednesday’s claims that China had forbidden central government employees from using or bringing iPhones into the office, as well as this week’s launch of a new smartphone from Chinese company Huawei that may pose a threat to Apple’s dominant market share. Presently, Apple is widely regarded in China, but it is facing criticism on several fronts. The unveiling of a high-speed competitor gadget from Huawei and the rumoured ban on iPhones in government buildings are two actions that could spell disaster. It might hurt sales in a crucial market that has been vital to the business’ success lately and contributed to the $74 billion in income it brought in previous year. Apart from sales, Apple is at risk due to its dependence on Chinese manufacturing (nearly all major devices are made there), and the possible hostility from Beijing signalled by the ban could significantly impede its worldwide supply chain. It is unclear how strictly Beijing’s iPhone ban would be enforced by the authorities. The Wall Street Journal, which broke the news of the prohibition, noted that it was unknown how broad it would apply and that it was an enlargement of a previous limitation that had been in effect at a small number of government agencies for years. While noting that certain central government authorities had received similar instructions, it stated that the order's reach was unknown. Bloomberg hinted at a far wider extent when it confirmed the news on Thursday; both publications cited unnamed persons knowledgeable with the situation. According to Bloomberg, restrictions would apply to “a plethora of state-owned enterprises and other government-controlled organisations,” a designation that may include a broad range of institutions given Beijing’s influence over society, government, and the economy. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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The United States and Saudi Arabia are negotiating&nbsp;to obtain metals in Africa that are required to support the two nations as they make the transition to alternative energy sources, a source-based report in&nbsp;The Wall Street Journal noted.

As per the report, a state-backed Saudi enterprise would purchase stakes in $15 billion worth of mining assets in African nations like the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Guinea, and Namibia, granting U.S. businesses the opportunity to purchase some of the production.

For supply of cobalt, lithium, and other metals used in electric car batteries, laptops, and cellphones, the U.S. is racing with China.

Saudi Arabian Mining Co (Ma'aden) and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) acquired 10 per cent of Brazilian Vale’s base metal unit in a similar deal in July, while American investment group Engine No. 1 acquired 3 per cent.

The newspaper reported that the PIF contacted Congo in June about investing&nbsp;$3 billion, through its joint venture with Ma’aden, into the country's cobalt, copper, and tantalum industries.

Manara -- the joint venture between the PIF and&nbsp;Ma'aden --&nbsp;is also concentrating on nickel, lithium, and iron ore.

The White House is looking for financial support from other sovereign wealth funds in the area, but according to the Journal, negotiations with Saudi Arabia have advanced the most.

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The United States and Saudi Arabia are negotiating to obtain metals in Africa that are required to support the two nations as they make the transition to alternative energy sources, a source-based report in The Wall Street Journal noted.

The United States and Saudi Arabia are negotiating to obtain metals in Africa that are required to support the two nations as they make the transition to alternative energy sources, a source-based report in The Wall Street Journal noted. As per the report, a state-backed Saudi enterprise would purchase stakes in $15 billion worth of mining assets in African nations like the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Guinea, and Namibia, granting U.S. businesses the opportunity to purchase some of the production. For supply of cobalt, lithium, and other metals used in electric car batteries, laptops, and cellphones, the U.S. is racing with China. Saudi Arabian Mining Co (Ma'aden) and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) acquired 10 per cent of Brazilian Vale’s base metal unit in a similar deal in July, while American investment group Engine No. 1 acquired 3 per cent. The newspaper reported that the PIF contacted Congo in June about investing $3 billion, through its joint venture with Ma’aden, into the country's cobalt, copper, and tantalum industries. Manara -- the joint venture between the PIF and Ma'aden -- is also concentrating on nickel, lithium, and iron ore. The White House is looking for financial support from other sovereign wealth funds in the area, but according to the Journal, negotiations with Saudi Arabia have advanced the most. (With inputs from Reuters) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US, Saudi Arabia are in dialogue to secure metals in Africa: Report

United Nations has come up with a report stating that the border between the United States and Mexico is the deadliest on the globe.

US-Mexico border: Migrants found dead along desert crossings

What can be seen as a potential snap to the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the US President Joe Biden will meet the Israeli PM in New York instead of the White House later this month. The meeting comes after nine months and amid US government's repeated disapproval of Netanyahu's many statements.

US President Joe Biden to meet Israel PM Netanyahu in New York, meet comes after 9 months

Amazon Inc. has been accused by the US Labour Board prosecutors of enforcing unlawful confidentiality requirements on its employees, which may eventually lead the business to modify its confidentiality policies, as per a&nbsp;Bloomberg&nbsp;report.

The regional director for the National Labour Relations Board in Seattle said in a complaint filed on Monday that Amazon had broken the law by making a confidentiality agreement a requirement of employment for a worker on its drone programme.&nbsp;

The complaint stated that the agreement forbade the disclosure of "business and financial information" as well as details of the company's "techniques, technology, practises, operations, and methods," even if the information is not labelled as secret.

Amazon was charged with infringing rights granted by federal workplace legislation, according to the complaint, which was submitted on behalf of the labour board's general counsel. It was claimed that this impacts workers at all of the company's US facilities.

Workers' freedom to discuss their working conditions with one another, with or without a union, is protected under the federal labour legislation.&nbsp;

Members of the National Labour Relations Board (NLRB) in Washington, where Democrats are in the majority, voted in August to create a new standard that makes it more difficult for businesses to defend workplace handbook policies that agency officials fear may have a chilling effect on workers' rights.

Regional NLRB directors file complaints with the agency, which are reviewed by agency judges whose decisions can be challenged in federal court after being reviewed by labour board members in Washington, DC. The government is unable to hold executives accountable for violations or levy punitive damages on businesses, but it can order them to amend any legally incompliant procedures.

In an interview, Cheddi Skeete, the former drone project manager who first brought the matter to the NLRB, expressed his concern about how excessively broad secrecy restrictions prevent workers from networking and job-hunting for fear of upsetting their current employers.

Skeete said he thinks the NLRB will assist in guaranteeing a fair balance between employers' need for privacy and employees' need to be allowed to discuss their job. Skeete filed a second discrimination and retaliation action against Amazon earlier this year. This might transform the corporate and technological landscapes, he told Bloomberg.

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Amazon Inc. has been accused by the US Labour Board prosecutors of enforcing unlawful confidentiality requirements on its employees, which may eventually lead the business to modify its confidentiality policies, as per a Bloomberg report.

Amazon Inc. has been accused by the US Labour Board prosecutors of enforcing unlawful confidentiality requirements on its employees, which may eventually lead the business to modify its confidentiality policies, as per a Bloomberg report. The regional director for the National Labour Relations Board in Seattle said in a complaint filed on Monday that Amazon had broken the law by making a confidentiality agreement a requirement of employment for a worker on its drone programme. The complaint stated that the agreement forbade the disclosure of "business and financial information" as well as details of the company's "techniques, technology, practises, operations, and methods," even if the information is not labelled as secret. Amazon was charged with infringing rights granted by federal workplace legislation, according to the complaint, which was submitted on behalf of the labour board's general counsel. It was claimed that this impacts workers at all of the company's US facilities. Workers' freedom to discuss their working conditions with one another, with or without a union, is protected under the federal labour legislation. Members of the National Labour Relations Board (NLRB) in Washington, where Democrats are in the majority, voted in August to create a new standard that makes it more difficult for businesses to defend workplace handbook policies that agency officials fear may have a chilling effect on workers' rights. Regional NLRB directors file complaints with the agency, which are reviewed by agency judges whose decisions can be challenged in federal court after being reviewed by labour board members in Washington, DC. The government is unable to hold executives accountable for violations or levy punitive damages on businesses, but it can order them to amend any legally incompliant procedures. In an interview, Cheddi Skeete, the former drone project manager who first brought the matter to the NLRB, expressed his concern about how excessively broad secrecy restrictions prevent workers from networking and job-hunting for fear of upsetting their current employers. Skeete said he thinks the NLRB will assist in guaranteeing a fair balance between employers' need for privacy and employees' need to be allowed to discuss their job. Skeete filed a second discrimination and retaliation action against Amazon earlier this year. This might transform the corporate and technological landscapes, he told Bloomberg. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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The US&nbsp;State Department has approved the&nbsp;potential&nbsp;sale&nbsp;of an Integrated&nbsp;Air&nbsp;and&nbsp;Missile&nbsp;Defence Battle Command&nbsp;System&nbsp;to Poland&nbsp;for an estimated cost of $4 billion, the Pentagon said on Monday.

As it upgrades its&nbsp;air&nbsp;defences, the Pentagon said&nbsp;NATO-ally&nbsp;Poland&nbsp;had requested to buy phase two of a two-phase program for the command&nbsp;system&nbsp;enabled PATRIOT Configuration-3+ with modernised sensors&nbsp;and&nbsp;components.

The&nbsp;sale&nbsp;would include 93 of the&nbsp;system's engagement operation centres,&nbsp;175 fire control network relays&nbsp;and&nbsp;other related equipment, the Pentagon said.

European interest in US&nbsp;weaponry has increased with demand&nbsp;centered&nbsp;around such supplies as munitions,&nbsp;air&nbsp;defences, communications equipment, shoulder-fired Javelin&nbsp;missiles&nbsp;and&nbsp;drones which have proven critical to Ukraine's war efforts.

The principal contractor for the&nbsp;missile&nbsp;defence&nbsp;system&nbsp;will be Northrup Grumman, the Pentagon said in a statement.

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The US State Department has approved the potential sale of an Integrated Air and Missile Defence Battle Command System to Poland for an estimated cost of $4 billion, the Pentagon said on Monday.

The US State Department has approved the potential sale of an Integrated Air and Missile Defence Battle Command System to Poland for an estimated cost of $4 billion, the Pentagon said on Monday. As it upgrades its air defences, the Pentagon said NATO-ally Poland had requested to buy phase two of a two-phase program for the command system enabled PATRIOT Configuration-3+ with modernised sensors and components. The sale would include 93 of the system's engagement operation centres, 175 fire control network relays and other related equipment, the Pentagon said. European interest in US weaponry has increased with demand centered around such supplies as munitions, air defences, communications equipment, shoulder-fired Javelin missiles and drones which have proven critical to Ukraine's war efforts. The principal contractor for the missile defence system will be Northrup Grumman, the Pentagon said in a statement. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

US approves potential sale of air, missile defence system to Poland: Pentagon

Republican US&nbsp;House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Tuesday (Sep 12) said that he is directing a House committee to open an impeachment inquiry into Democratic President Joe Biden over his family’s business dealings. The move, set to further divide American lawmakers as they continue to struggle to pass legislation to avoid a government shutdown, also comes ahead of the 2024 presidential election.&nbsp;

<h2>What did McCarthy say?</h2>

McCarthy said the House Oversight Committee’s investigation so far has found a “culture of corruption” around the Biden family, in reference to the probe sought by Republicans into dealings of the incumbent president’s son, Hunter Biden.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“These are allegations of abuse of power, obstruction and corruption, and they warrant further investigation by the House of Representatives,” said McCarthy, during a press conference at the Capitol.&nbsp;

“I am directing our House committee to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden,” McCarthy said, alleging that the Democratic president had lied to the American people about his son’s foreign business dealings.

He added, “We will go where the evidence takes us.”

The announcement also comes amid mounting pressure on McCarthy from the Republican party’s right flank to take action over Hunter’s business dealings when his father was serving as the vice president under Barack Obama and&nbsp;has also been a constant target for the GOP.&nbsp;

Three committees will begin gathering evidence of possible financial misconduct, said McCarthy. &nbsp;

<h2>McCarthy’s dilemma</h2>

Republicans, who now narrowly control the House, have repeatedly accused Biden of profiting while he served as VP from his son’s foreign business ventures, but have not&nbsp;reportedly provided any substantial evidence for their claim.&nbsp;

While no US president has been removed from office by impeachment, the procedure has now become commonplace.

The House, then controlled by Democrats, impeached former US president and now Republican frontrunner Donald Trump in 2019 and 2021. He was acquitted both times after the impeachment resolution failing to gain a majority in the Senate.&nbsp;

It is reported that some hardline Republicans have threatened to remove McCarthy as the speaker of the House if he does not back impeachment efforts against Biden.&nbsp;

It is also worth noting that McCarthy’s decision was not preceded by a House vote, which is not necessary but can add legitimacy to the impeachment&nbsp;effort.

This also comes as the House Speaker is struggling to pass legislation needed to avoid a federal government shutdown at the end of the month.

The US government funding will end on September 30 – the end of the federal fiscal year – before which Congress must pass new funding bills or risk a shutdown and the interruption of government services.

<h2>White House responds</h2>

The move has been called “extreme politics at its worst,” by White House spokesman for oversight and investigations, Ian Sams, on social media. He also said that the Republicans have turned up no evidence of wrongdoing.&nbsp;

“Speaker McCarthy shouldn’t cave to the extreme, far-right members who are threatening to shut down the government unless they get a baseless, evidence-free impeachment of President Biden. The consequences for the American people are too serious,” said Sams.&nbsp;

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Republican US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Tuesday (Sep 12) said that he is directing a House committee to open an impeachment inquiry into Democratic President Joe Biden over his family’s business dealings.

Republican US House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Tuesday (Sep 12) said that he is directing a House committee to open an impeachment inquiry into Democratic President Joe Biden over his family’s business dealings. The move, set to further divide American lawmakers as they continue to struggle to pass legislation to avoid a government shutdown, also comes ahead of the 2024 presidential election. What did McCarthy say? McCarthy said the House Oversight Committee’s investigation so far has found a “culture of corruption” around the Biden family, in reference to the probe sought by Republicans into dealings of the incumbent president’s son, Hunter Biden. “These are allegations of abuse of power, obstruction and corruption, and they warrant further investigation by the House of Representatives,” said McCarthy, during a press conference at the Capitol. “I am directing our House committee to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden,” McCarthy said, alleging that the Democratic president had lied to the American people about his son’s foreign business dealings. He added, “We will go where the evidence takes us.” The announcement also comes amid mounting pressure on McCarthy from the Republican party’s right flank to take action over Hunter’s business dealings when his father was serving as the vice president under Barack Obama and has also been a constant target for the GOP. Three committees will begin gathering evidence of possible financial misconduct, said McCarthy. McCarthy’s dilemma Republicans, who now narrowly control the House, have repeatedly accused Biden of profiting while he served as VP from his son’s foreign business ventures, but have not reportedly provided any substantial evidence for their claim. While no US president has been removed from office by impeachment, the procedure has now become commonplace. The House, then controlled by Democrats, impeached former US president and now Republican frontrunner Donald Trump in 2019 and 2021. He was acquitted both times after the impeachment resolution failing to gain a majority in the Senate. It is reported that some hardline Republicans have threatened to remove McCarthy as the speaker of the House if he does not back impeachment efforts against Biden. It is also worth noting that McCarthy’s decision was not preceded by a House vote, which is not necessary but can add legitimacy to the impeachment effort. This also comes as the House Speaker is struggling to pass legislation needed to avoid a federal government shutdown at the end of the month. The US government funding will end on September 30 – the end of the federal fiscal year – before which Congress must pass new funding bills or risk a shutdown and the interruption of government services. White House responds The move has been called “extreme politics at its worst,” by White House spokesman for oversight and investigations, Ian Sams, on social media. He also said that the Republicans have turned up no evidence of wrongdoing. “Speaker McCarthy shouldn’t cave to the extreme, far-right members who are threatening to shut down the government unless they get a baseless, evidence-free impeachment of President Biden. The consequences for the American people are too serious,” said Sams. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India, U.S, UAE, Saudi Arabia, France, Germany, Italy and the European Union have seemingly check-mated Chinese President Xi Jinping by establishing the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor to connect Asia and Europe by promoting economic integration.

New spice route & geopolitical ramifications

Former US president Donald Trump who is wired in legal troubles is trying to seek some relief he has now filed a number of legal arguments that challenge his Georgia indictment. He has asked the court to dismiss the charges that accuse him of his role in subverting the 2020 elections in the state.

Ex-US President Donald Trump asks judge to dismiss Georgia Election Case

As the number of hospitalizations from the virus rises in the United States, the Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved revised Covid vaccinations from Pfizer and Moderna, putting the shots on course to reach Americans within days.

US FDA approves updated Covid-19 booster shots

After months of negotiations Iran and the US are finally set for a prisoner swap. The swap of five prisoners from each side will take place under the Qatar and Oman mediated deal. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has also confirmed the unfreezing of the Assets in South Korea with six billion dollars.

US-Iran Prisoner Swap: US to maintain oversight of funds released under the deal

Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterised the legal proceedings against former US President Donald Trump as a political witch hunt. He viewed these actions as a form of politically driven persecution.&nbsp;"It is a politically motivated persecution of one's competitor," Putin said&nbsp;at an economic forum in the far eastern city of Vladivostok.

The charges against Trump are in connection with allegations related to election interference. Kremlin has consistently voiced its support for the former US president.&nbsp;

During the forum, Putin expressed his perspective on the situation, stating, "As for the persecution of Trump, for us, in the current environment, it's good because it shows the rottenness of the American system."&nbsp;

Putin said,&nbsp;"And this shows who we are fighting ... As they said in Soviet times: 'The bestial face of American imperialism'."

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The Russian president also indicated that he does not anticipate a change in the US foreign policy stance toward Russia, regardless of the outcome of the US presidential election next year.

He accused Washington of fueling anti-Russian sentiments among ordinary people.&nbsp;

"Current authorities have directed American society in an anti-Russian spirit," Putin said adding,&nbsp;"They've done it and now somehow turning this ship in the other direction will be very difficult."

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Earlier, Trump said that had he remained in office, he would have pursued negotiations, potentially allowing Russia to assume control of certain Russian-speaking areas in Ukraine as a means to bring an end to the ongoing conflict.

Trump contended that this would have been a worst-case scenario. He also added that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not have initiated a military offensive on Ukraine under his leadership.

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Trump has consistently maintained that his re-election in 2020 could have averted the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, although he has not provided concrete evidence to support this claim.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterised the legal proceedings against former US President Donald Trump as a political witch hunt. He viewed these actions as a form of politically driven persecution.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has characterised the legal proceedings against former US President Donald Trump as a political witch hunt. He viewed these actions as a form of politically driven persecution. "It is a politically motivated persecution of one's competitor," Putin said at an economic forum in the far eastern city of Vladivostok. The charges against Trump are in connection with allegations related to election interference. Kremlin has consistently voiced its support for the former US president. During the forum, Putin expressed his perspective on the situation, stating, "As for the persecution of Trump, for us, in the current environment, it's good because it shows the rottenness of the American system." Putin said, "And this shows who we are fighting ... As they said in Soviet times: 'The bestial face of American imperialism'." Also Read | Morocco Ambassador Maliki welcomes India's offer of assistance after deadly earthquake The Russian president also indicated that he does not anticipate a change in the US foreign policy stance toward Russia, regardless of the outcome of the US presidential election next year. He accused Washington of fueling anti-Russian sentiments among ordinary people. "Current authorities have directed American society in an anti-Russian spirit," Putin said adding, "They've done it and now somehow turning this ship in the other direction will be very difficult." Also Read | India: Nipah virus alert in Kerala's Kozhikode after two 'unnatural deaths' reported in district Earlier, Trump said that had he remained in office, he would have pursued negotiations, potentially allowing Russia to assume control of certain Russian-speaking areas in Ukraine as a means to bring an end to the ongoing conflict. Trump contended that this would have been a worst-case scenario. He also added that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not have initiated a military offensive on Ukraine under his leadership. Watch | Can India amplify the voice of the global south? × During an appearance on Sean Hannity's radio show, Trump compared his approach to previous administrations, stating, "Don’t forget, under Bush they take over Georgia, under Obama they took over Crimea. And, under Biden, they are taking over everything. It looks like they are going to take over everything, the whole thing, they are going to go for the whole enchilada, they are going for everything, that’s what it looks like to me." Trump has consistently maintained that his re-election in 2020 could have averted the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, although he has not provided concrete evidence to support this claim. Additionally, he said, if he were still in office, he could have resolved the current war in Ukraine within a single day. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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At the White House, US Vice President Kamala Harris hosted a party to commemorate hip-hop's 50th birthday. However, online people have criticized a video of her dancing during the occasion.

US: Vice President Kamala Harris hosts 50th anniversary of hip-hop at White House

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